#Buzzworthy

We all know Nantucket is better when shared… and so is a bottle of wine! And the family at Donelan Family Wines truly understands the art of togetherness as shown through wine and their time spent with one another on island. Aside from enjoying a bottle of Two Brothers at Lola 41 or Nancie Chardonnay at the beach, I’ve also had the privilege to tour the Donelan Vineyard in Sonoma,…

What’s new and noteworthy on Nantucket right now? HAWTHORNE PARK, that’s what! These thoughtfully designed homes are ideal for entertaining, rejuvenating and reconnecting in the spirit of Nantucket’s unique role as the ultimate seasonal getaway! And we’ve got the scoop on this new development thanks to our real estate gurus Jen Shalley and Erin Wilson of Fisher Real Estate…So sit back as we connect you with the six things to note about why you’ll be digging…

Here at blACKbook we believe that sometimes the best sandwiches don’t come on traditional white, wheat or rye bread. So, while the debate of what qualifies as a non-sandwich sandwich undoubtedly continues, we have comprised a list containing the most coveted Nantucket Dozen “sandwiches” that, let’s be honest, don’t really feel like sandwiches at all. Check out the dozen do’s when it comes to switching up the same old sandwich routine……

Whether you were grilling up a storm, braving the lines at the Brewery and Box, or hiding from the crowds altogether for a little MDW R&R, you could feel the enjoyment of summer kicking off in the air. This 3-day weekend was once again jam packed full of festivities— from the Figawi Race to Memorial Day Weekend. The reality is that many get wrapped up in all the fun and libations…

Join Miss blACKbook this summer and become one of the #MissblACKbookInterns! I’ve launched my 6th annual internship search to find our next intern duo – and I’m looking for two socially smart and Nantucket savvy college students to join team blACKbook for 2018! Ready for your best summer ever? See what my past TEN interns have to say about their experience with blACKbook below! MARA The Original Miss blACKbook Intern 2013 MARA SAYS… “My time as the first blACKbook intern…

2017 is coming to a close… so in a very blACKbook fashion, we’re giving you our (first ever!) end of year superlatives! Come scroll with us down the cobblestone memory lane with our 2017 yearbook! Hottest Freshman Andy Frasco & The U.N. Yep, this band came in HOT in June… so fierce in fACKt that pACKy just had to bring Andy Frasco & The UN back for round two with a…

SOMETIMES THE HOLIDAYS MAKE YOU JUST ACTUALLY WANT TO TAKE A HOLIDAY! WITH ALL THAT SIPPING AND SCHMOOZING, SOMETIMES YOU JUST CRAVE AN ESCAPE FROM IT ALL TO FEEL ANONYMOUS AND DECOMPRESS! So when you’re short on time, but longing for cool experiences, we’ve got you covered with five New England getaways with our friends at Lark Hotels! CELEBRATE IN THE CITY BY THE SEA WHO: YOU AND YOUR GIRLFRIENDS WHAT: A…

We all know the holidays are meant to be fun and relaxing, but often times it turns into a season full of stress. The cooking, planning, packing, traveling, and coordinating schedules can turn into a big production. This winter, let’s change that. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas Stroll at the White Elephant, you can warmup for the Holidays, and treat your family to a stress-free start to the holiday season! Eliminate…

Meet team blACKbook

blACKbook founder Holly Finigan is a ten year veteran of Nantucket and has been writing and tending bar on the island since her flip flops stepped off the Steamship Wharf in May of 2005. After years of freelancing and the success of her first blog, Holly launched the Nantucket blACKbook website in May of 2012 as a personalized online concierge service to keep ACK lovers in the know. Here you'll find her trusted guide on where to sip, shop + stay on Nantucket as well as daily features about what's hot on island.